John Martin
Billings,MT
Summary
Dynamic on-air personality with a proven track record at Cowles Media, adept in engaging audiences and breaking news coverage. Mastered multimedia storytelling and public speaking, enhancing brand presence and integrity. Known for exceptional communication and adaptability, consistently delivering compelling content under tight deadlines. Achieved high ratings through innovative reporting and audience interaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Evening News Anchor
Cowles Media
05.2022 - Current
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
- Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
- Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
- Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.
- Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings.
- Anchored popular broadcast program with good ratings and audience engagement.
- Delivered compelling news stories by researching, writing, and presenting high-quality content onair.
Morning News Anchor
Sarkes Tarzian
06.2016 - 05.2022
- Participated in station-sponsored events as an ambassador for the network, strengthening brand presence within the community.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.
- Anchored popular broadcast program with good ratings and audience engagement.
- Demonstrated flexibility in covering a wide range of topics from hard-hitting investigative reports to human-interest features while maintaining consistent focus on audience relevance.
- Attended local events to increase fan base and provide publicity for show.
- Balanced humor and lightheartedness with informative content, creating an entertaining yet valuable morning show experience for listeners.
Morning News Reporter
Fox21News
10.2012 - 05.2016
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage.
- Established credibility as a news reporter by cultivating strong relationships with sources and maintaining ethical journalism standards.
- Developed original stories and curated content from national news organizations to provide wide variety of coverage.
- Strengthened brand reputation by ensuring journalistic integrity was maintained throughout all reporting activities.
News Reporter
TEGNA
10.2006 - 10.2012
- Demonstrated versatility as a reporter covering diverse topics such as crime, education, politics, sports, culture, and human interest stories.
- Strengthened brand reputation by ensuring journalistic integrity was maintained throughout all reporting activities.
- Established credibility as a news reporter by cultivating strong relationships with sources and maintaining ethical journalism standards.
Education
On The Job
Skills
- On-air presence
- Exceptional communication
- Public speaking confidence
- Deadline oriented
- Breaking news coverage
- Audience engagement
- Multimedia storytelling
- Adaptable presentation style
Timeline
Evening News Anchor
Cowles Media
05.2022 - Current
Morning News Anchor
Sarkes Tarzian
06.2016 - 05.2022
Morning News Reporter
Fox21News
10.2012 - 05.2016
News Reporter
TEGNA
10.2006 - 10.2012
On The Job